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Austin Reports Higher Coronavirus Cases Among Latinos as Texas Is Resuming Operations

Since Texas Governor Greg Abbott allowed businesses to reopen at the beginning of the month, many more have started to resume operations. Still, coronavirus cases are far from stabilizing in the state, and for Austin, there is an uneven response to the minority community.

Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Alex Azar

US Health Secretary Said Reopened Places Have Not Reported Spikes in COVID-19 Cases

May 18, 2020 04:33 AM EDT By Danielle Ong

The health secretary recently appeared in an interview where he revealed still sequestered areas have reported a surge in coronavirus cases.

11-Year-Old Tijuana Boy Sells His Toys to Feed Family After Mother Loses Her Job

Apr 30, 2020 10:30 AM EDT By Mary Quill

After his mom lost her job, an 11-year-old boy steps up to help bring food to the table for his family by selling his toys. Read on to find out more about the story.

COVID-19 Outbreak in Mexico Could Peak By Late April, Says Scientists

Apr 27, 2020 07:58 AM EDT By Neil P.

A group of Mexican scientists warned that the COVID-19 outbreak in the country could peak by late April using the two epidemiological models.

COVID-19 Predictions From March Are Coming True in April

Apr 11, 2020 08:05 AM EDT By Mary Quill

Learn about some of the forecasts made in March regarding the COVID-19 crisis in the US that are coming true in April.

Why was the World Not Ready for COVID-19 Despite Experience with the 2009 H1N1 Swine Flu Pandemic?

Apr 04, 2020 06:56 AM EDT By Mary Quill

Find out here why global nations were not prepared for the COVID-19 despite previous experiences with pandemics.

Latest Facts About the Impact of the COVID-19 Crisis

Apr 03, 2020 07:30 AM EDT By Mary Quill

Find out here about the significant impact of the COVID-19 crisis.

A patient suffering from COVID-19 is treated at the intensive care unit at Erasme Hospital in Brussels, Belgium, March 30, 2020.

'We've Got to Fight Together': US Faces Shortage of Specially Trained Respiratory Therapists

Mar 31, 2020 06:58 AM EDT By Danielle Ong

The United States faces a shortage of trained personnel as coronavirus cases continue to rise in the country.

Texas: Pop-up Hospitals, Travel Restrictions, and Other COVID-19 Measures

Mar 30, 2020 08:28 AM EDT By Mary Quill

Find out here about the new travel restriction in Texas and other COVID-19 preventive measures in the state.

Are Gun Stores Essential During COVID-19 Pandemic?

Mar 28, 2020 07:10 AM EDT By Danielle Ong

In some parts of the country, city leaders have put a ban on gun sales despite arguments from gun rights advocates saying firearms are essentials during this time of uncertainty.

Ways to Keep Yourself Productive while on Home Quarantine

Mar 25, 2020 07:50 AM EDT By Mary Quill

Find out here about ways on how to keep yourself productive while on home quarantine.

Coffins of people who have died from coronavirus in the church of the Serravalle Scrivia cemetery

Dead and Abandoned: Spanish Army Finds Elderly Care Residents Left Alone

Mar 25, 2020 06:50 AM EDT By Danielle Ong

Army troops discovered elderly patients left to fend for themselves in numerous abandoned care homes in Spain.

[VIDEO] WHO Warns Countries as COVID-19 Pandemic Accelerates

Mar 24, 2020 06:40 AM EDT By Danielle Ong

The World Health Organization has released a warning saying the COVID-19 pandemic is accelerating after cases hit 300,000 four days after it hit its second hundred.

A doctor puts on protective goggles before entering the isolation ward at a hospital, in Wuhan, January 30

'It's Only a Matter of Time': Doctors Face Protective Gear Shortage

Mar 20, 2020 07:39 AM EDT By Danielle Ong

Healthcare workers are placing themselves at greater risk of contracting the coronavirus as medical supplies are fast running out.

A customer pushes her trolley next to empty shelves at a Sainsbury's store in Harpenden as the spread of the coronavirus disease continues

Stores Designate 'Seniors Only' Shopping Hours For Vulnerable Buyers

Mar 20, 2020 07:25 AM EDT By Danielle Ong

Retail giants and local grocery stores have adjusted their store hours to accommodate at-risk groups such as senior citizens amid coronavirus outbreak.

COVID-19: Myths vs Truths

Mar 20, 2020 07:17 AM EDT By Mary Quill

Find out here about the comparison between COVID-19 myths and facts.